Head & Neck Cancer Treatment

In Karol Bagh, Delhi

Head and neck cancer refers to cancers that develop in the mouth, throat, larynx, sinuses, or salivary glands. These cancers can affect essential functions such as speaking, swallowing, and breathing, making early diagnosis particularly important.

Symptoms

Symptoms may include a persistent sore throat, difficulty swallowing, a lump in the neck, changes in voice, mouth sores that do not heal, and unexplained weight loss.

Causes

Tobacco and alcohol use are major risk factors, along with infection with human papillomavirus, prolonged sun exposure for lip cancers, and poor oral hygiene.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis typically involves a physical and endoscopic examination, imaging tests, and a biopsy of any suspicious tissue to confirm the diagnosis.

Treatment

Treatment often combines surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy, depending on the location and stage of the cancer. M|O|C Cancer Care Center in Karol Bagh, Delhi, provides comprehensive head and neck cancer care with attention to preserving function and quality of life.